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Condition: Pre-Owned. Two tiny edge tears. (Please examine pictures closely for accurate description)
Size Approx: 5.25" x 8.25"
EPH8-CAuthentic Late 19th-Century Patent Medicine Advertising Flyer
Up for sale is a rare, authentic 1880s double-sided advertising trade card/flyer issued by the famous proprietor Ephraim S. Wells of Jersey City, New Jersey. Measuring approximately 5.25" x 8.25", this piece features a detailed Victorian narrative illustration on the front and a comprehensive promotional price list on the reverse.
• Front Illustration: Satirical scene featuring a family dining table, a crying child, and an individual on the floor, complete with local newspaper branding ("Evening Journal Print, Jersey City").
• Reverse Side Text: Features prominent advertisements and pricing for iconic 19th-century remedies, including "Rough on Rats" ("Don't Die in the House"), Wells' Health Renewer ("Skinny Men" / "Decline of Man"), and Buchu-Paiba for kidney and bladder afflictions. Also lists mail-order novelties like scrap book cards and sheet music.
A fantastic, cross-collectible piece of history perfect for collectors of medical ephemera, antique quack medicine, Victorian advertising, or toxicological history.Your Items will be carefully wrapped in protective packaging to ensure safe arrival.COMBINED SHIPPING is available when purchasing multiple items.This is the Original Vintage item, not a modern reproduction. All vintage items are guaranteed authentic, 30 Day Money-Back Guarantee if not fully satisfied.Due to age, item may show signs of natural toning which only adds to its character and authenticity. Some items may show slight signs of foxing. Please observe pictures closely.We pride ourselves on our quality photos/scans and show the item completely. Please see pictures for an accurate description of the item and its condition.Be sure to check out more of our items here at The Grand Curio and please do add us to your favorites.Thank You and Happy Shopping!Please see pictures for an accurate description of the item and its condition. EPH8-C
